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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

LX55 FZAMOT history

LX55 FZA is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 119,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

LX55 FZA black Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
119,149 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 FZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 FZA was last recorded at 119,149 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,095 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
5,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,149 miles
  • 2025 – 119,095 miles
  • 2024 – 118,283 miles
  • 2023 – 115,105 miles
  • 2022 – 108,552 miles
  • 2021 – 102,065 miles
  • 2019 – 95,859 miles
  • 2018 – 95,702 miles
  • 2017 – 95,581 miles
  • 2016 – 94,428 miles
  • 2015 – 88,750 miles
  • 2014 – 80,025 miles
  • 2013 – 68,738 miles
  • 2012 – 55,078 miles
  • 2010 – 43,999 miles
  • 2009 – 35,983 miles
  • 2008 – 28,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,149 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on vehicle structure
  • AdvisoryOff side front outer constant velocity boot leaking grease
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySuspension fault displayed

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Part of both washer jets blocked

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,149 miles (+54)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    119,149 miles
    Test number
    665265297774
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on vehicle structure
    • AdvisoryOff side front outer constant velocity boot leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension fault displayed

  2. Pass119,095 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    119,095 miles
    Test number
    415487230468
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryPart of both washer jets blocked

  3. Fail119,094 miles (+811)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,094 miles
    Test number
    530760127267
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryPart of both washer jets blocked

  4. Pass118,283 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    118,283 miles
    Test number
    413063209455
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside
    • AdvisoryPart of both washer jets blocked

  5. Fail118,277 miles (+3,172)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,277 miles
    Test number
    870765134579
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside
    • AdvisoryHorn switch sticking on
    • AdvisoryPart of both washer jets blocked

  6. Pass115,105 miles (+6,553)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    115,105 miles
    Test number
    473054174298
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPart of both washer jets not working
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to parts of underside of vehicle

  7. Pass108,552 miles (+13)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,552 miles
    Test number
    179823067014
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre flat

  8. Fail108,539 miles (+6,474)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,539 miles
    Test number
    686219241986
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre flat

  9. Pass102,065 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    102,065 miles
    Test number
    487753767334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail102,060 miles (+6,201)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,060 miles
    Test number
    605887498182
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass95,859 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,859 miles
    Test number
    974443529128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnable to open o/s/r door from inside

  12. Fail95,853 miles (+151)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,853 miles
    Test number
    549316550437
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt of the wrong type rear seat belts not tested unable to open t/gate (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnable to open o/s/r door from inside

  13. Pass95,702 miles (+121)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,702 miles
    Test number
    359042821271
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBattery terminals loose
    • AdvisoryNearside rear position lamp (part not working )
    • AdvisoryPlay in both steering rack inner joints

  14. Pass95,581 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,581 miles
    Test number
    735361107661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail95,574 miles (+1,146)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,574 miles
    Test number
    851511444245
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass94,428 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    94,428 miles
    Test number
    542132671940
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s/f tyres low on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre low on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s and n/s/f inner s/rack joints

  17. Fail94,428 miles (+5,678)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,428 miles
    Test number
    148465017345
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s/f tyres low on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre low on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s and n/s/f inner s/rack joints

  18. Pass88,750 miles (+8,725)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,750 miles
    Test number
    369407895030
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSlight wear front discs

  19. Pass80,025 miles (+10)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,025 miles
    Test number
    176371594430
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront inner disc pads beginning to get low
    • NotePart of h/lamp masks fitted

  20. Fail80,015 miles (+11,277)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,015 miles
    Test number
    938106584064
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront inner disc pads beginning to get low
    • NotePart of h/lamp masks fitted

  21. Pass68,738 miles (+13,660)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    68,738 miles
    Test number
    699676783090
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteO/s/r tyre close to limit
    • NoteTwo child seats fitted to rear

  22. Pass55,078 miles (+11,079)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    55,078 miles
    Test number
    136756602433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn

  23. Pass43,999 miles (+8,016)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    43,999 miles
    Test number
    472782200327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,983 miles (+7,530)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    35,983 miles
    Test number
    231923209371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,453 miles
    Test number
    232130528314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail28,453 miles3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,453 miles
    Test number
    252449818395
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LX55 FZA

Does LX55 FZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 FZA is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 FZA?
The MOT on LX55 FZA is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 FZA done?
LX55 FZA was recorded at 119,149 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 5,247 miles a year.
Has LX55 FZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 FZA has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 FZA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX55 FZA find?
LX55 FZA passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: general corrosion on vehicle structure; off side front outer constant velocity boot leaking grease; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 4 more.

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